Uploaded November 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Hi everyone! If you’re anything like me, you'll know that it’s so easy to get swept up in the excitement and FOMO of a good sale, especially when it comes to makeup & beauty products. The Sephora sale hysteria is no different & I'm certainly weak willed when it comes to anything beauty! But I want to encourage all of us (myself included!) to take a step back, think rationally and ask ourselves: Do I really need this right now? Or am I just getting caught up in the hype? I do hope this video helps in some way! ☺️
Thank you so much for watching and here’s to making thoughtful, intentional choices together.
Love, Carmel xx 💕
Chapters ⏰
00:00 Intro
01:26 Who will benefit from this video?
02:14 Is the discount worth it?!
02:53 Addressing sales psychology!
03:37 Deinfluencing products: Huda Icy Nude Palette
06:41 Dior Foundation Stick
08:30 Westman Atelier Concealer
11:07 Patrick TA Duos & Urban Decay Moondust
13:19 Natasha Denona I Need a Warm
14:33 YSL Loveshine Lipstick
16:33 Lip Liners
17:37 Armani Luminous Silk Cheek Tint
19:26 Charlotte Tilbury Exagger-Eyes Mascara
20:33 Hourglass Ambient Lighting Palette
22:25 Final Thoughts
*More of my videos if you'd like to watch more!:*
*I Tested 14 High End mascaras & the results might surprise you!*
youtube.com/watch?v=aLk0Pdtv4pI
*I tested 15 drugstore concealers on my dark and hollow under eyes!*
youtube.com/watch?v=UkONXTBBR68
This video is NOT sponsored, but the video description may contain affiliate links. I am awarded a small commission for purchases made through these links, at no added cost to yourself. Your support is truly appreciated ☺️ Please be assured that every product recommendation is absolutely genuine and bought with my own money - unless specifically marked as GIFTED.
My Skin Information: 🙋♀️
Age 42 with normal to dry skin. Light/medium olive skin with muted warm undertones.
My foundation preferences: 😊
Light to medium coverage, but has to be buildable. I prefer a luminous, glowy or soft satin finish.
My Foundation Shades:
* Nars Light Reflecting Foundation: Shade Patagonia
* Morphe Lightform Extended Hydration Foundation: Shade 8N
* Fenty Soft’lit Naturally Luminous Foundation: Shade 225
* Haus Labs Triclone Skin Tech Foundation: Shade 210
* Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Foundation: Shade 5N
* L’Oreal True Match Foundation: Shade 3N
* Hourglass Ambient Soft Glow Foundation: Shade 7.5
* Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Skin Foundation: Shade B30
* Makeup Forever HD Skin Hydra Glow Foundation: Shade 1N14
Hi everyone! If you’re anything like me, you'll know that it’s so easy to get swept up in the excitement and FOMO of a good sale, especially when it comes to makeup & beauty products. The Sephora sale hysteria is no different & I'm certainly weak willed when it comes to anything beauty! But I want to encourage all of us (myself included!) to take a step back, think rationally and ask ourselves: Do I really need this right now? Or am I just getting caught up in the hype? I do hope this video helps in some way! ☺️
Thank you so much for watching and here’s to making thoughtful, intentional choices together.
Love, Carmel xx 💕
Chapters ⏰
00:00 Intro
01:26 Who will benefit from this video?
02:14 Is the discount worth it?!
02:53 Addressing sales psychology!
03:37 Deinfluencing products: Huda Icy Nude Palette
06:41 Dior Foundation Stick
08:30 Westman Atelier Concealer
11:07 Patrick TA Duos & Urban Decay Moondust
13:19 Natasha Denona I Need a Warm
14:33 YSL Loveshine Lipstick
16:33 Lip Liners
17:37 Armani Luminous Silk Cheek Tint
19:26 Charlotte Tilbury Exagger-Eyes Mascara
20:33 Hourglass Ambient Lighting Palette
22:25 Final Thoughts
*More of my videos if you'd like to watch more!:*
*I Tested 14 High End mascaras & the results might surprise you!*
youtube.com/watch?v=aLk0Pdtv4pI
*I tested 15 drugstore concealers on my dark and hollow under eyes!*
youtube.com/watch?v=UkONXTBBR68
This video is NOT sponsored, but the video description may contain affiliate links. I am awarded a small commission for purchases made through these links, at no added cost to yourself. Your support is truly appreciated ☺️ Please be assured that every product recommendation is absolutely genuine and bought with my own money - unless specifically marked as GIFTED.
My Skin Information: 🙋♀️
Age 42 with normal to dry skin. Light/medium olive skin with muted warm undertones.
My foundation preferences: 😊
Light to medium coverage, but has to be buildable. I prefer a luminous, glowy or soft satin finish.
My Foundation Shades:
* Nars Light Reflecting Foundation: Shade Patagonia
* Morphe Lightform Extended Hydration Foundation: Shade 8N
* Fenty Soft’lit Naturally Luminous Foundation: Shade 225
* Haus Labs Triclone Skin Tech Foundation: Shade 210
* Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Foundation: Shade 5N
* L’Oreal True Match Foundation: Shade 3N
* Hourglass Ambient Soft Glow Foundation: Shade 7.5
* Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Skin Foundation: Shade B30
* Makeup Forever HD Skin Hydra Glow Foundation: Shade 1N14
